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My New Goal Car – 2016 Kia Sorento

I’m calling it a goal car instead of a dream car because I legit want this vehicle in my life. The 2016 Kia Sorento is seriously awesome. I was able to use this car for a week to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

A mom's full review of 2016 Kia Sorento

2016 Kia Sorento SXL V6

A week wasn’t long enough. I was so sad to give this badass SUV back. There are so many things I love about it, it’s difficult to find a place to start. So, I guess I’ll start with my favorite time of day: nap time.

So comfy in the 2016 Kia Sorento

Creature Comfort

Why nap time? Because while I rarely am able to take a nap–despite needing one or two a day–you could actually take one in this vehicle. (Obviously not while driving!) It’s that comfortable and spacious.

This thing is awesome! 2016 Kia Sorento
  • The back seats RECLINE.
  • The back (second row) and third row seats fold down completely with just a few easy pushes and pulls.
  • The front seats are heated and air conditioned.
  • The panoramic sun roof is… like a window into the heavens.
Haha we're funny - 2016 Kia Sorento
  • There are pull-up shades on the back windows.
  • You can control the air flow and temperature from the back of the vehicle.
  • The seats hold your butt as if you’re sitting on a delicate flower made specifically for your butt.
Because who wants to be inconvenienced by sun in their eyes? 2016 Kia Sorento

Safety Stuff

So, perhaps I should have discussed this first since it’s arguably more important than comfort. But, man, I’m still trying to figure out how I can get that driver’s seat to be an office chair…

So many cameras! 2016 Kia Sorento

Anywho, the 2016 Kia Sorento is jam packed with safety features. The darn thing practically drives itself. No joke… it’s a lot like being in a video game.

With cameras all over the place, the in-dash screen is able to show you the entire circumference of the vehicle. With a simple push of a button (parking assist) you will be able to park so perfectly in the lines you’d make your kindergarten teacher proud. Plus, this allows you to make sure the area around you is clear. You won’t even hit a caterpillar unless you’re evil and aiming for it.

Cameras make you stay in the lines when parking - 2016 Kia Sorento

There are blind spot alerts built into the side mirrors that light up is someone is in your blind spot. The car will even beep at you if you cross the lines on the road–this can be disabled with the push of a button if desired, or by using your turning signal. But this is a great warning system if you’re not the best driver.

Roomy, powerful, safe... 2016 Kia Sorento

Like most new cars these days, you have the ability to be completely hands-free with your phone. Linking my smartphone via Bluetooth took all of 4 seconds and then every time I got in the vehicle from there it was an immediate link (as long as Bluetooth was enabled on my phone.)

Pretty Girl

2016 Kia Sorento

There’s no denying it. She’s sexy. The 2016 Kia Sorento is simultaneously sleek and sharp and tough. The new grill is an eye grabber in itself. What I like best is this vehicle has almost all the perks of a minivan, without being a minivan. (Minivans are great, I just vowed to never own one–which I did and loved the frumpy thing.)

2016 Kia Sorento is so awesome

What is your favorite feature of the 2016 Kia Sorento?

Andrew

Friday 6th of November 2015

The trunk to body cargo cubic feet is always the most important feature when picking out a new car -- I mean, you just never know! lol The 2016 Kia Sorent looks like a snazzy car!

valmg @ Mom Knows It All

Thursday 5th of November 2015

I've never seen built in sun shades. I'm very curious about this seat holding your butt.

Debi Gerhart

Thursday 5th of November 2015

Seems like you had a great test week with it! Glad you had fun checking it all out!

Aubrey

Thursday 5th of November 2015

What an awesome car. I think the sun shades and rear camera are great!

Sarah L

Wednesday 4th of November 2015

I want this: The front seats are heated and air conditioned. Does look like a really neat car.